Andrea K. Garrett, RN, MSN, FNP
Horseheads, NY 14845
Phone: 607-***-**** Cell: 607-***-****
Email: *******@*****.***
Education
*/****-*/**** ********** University, State University of New York
Binghamton, New York
Successfully completed course work and clinical experience obtaining a Master’s of Science in Nursing Degree and certification as Family Nurse Practitioner, with a 3.5 GPA
11/2006-7/2009 Keuka College
Keuka Park, NY
Successfully completed coursework obtaining a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing Degree
8/1992-6/1995 Louise Obici School of Professional Nursing
Suffolk, Virginia
Successfully completed Diploma Program with honors, and received license to practice as a Registered Nurse after completing State Boards
professional experience
12/2018-7/2019 Virdee Family Medical
Bath, NY
Family Nurse Practitioner
Practiced independently in a busy Family Medical Practice with primarily pediatric population, perform routine well checks, school physicals, immunizations, manage chronic conditions such as asthma and ADHD, depression and anxiety, including medications, evaluate and manage a wide variety of acute complaints for adults and children.
7/2017-11/2018 Ithaca Primary Care
Ithaca, NY
Family Nurse Practitioner
Practiced in a privately-owned Primary Care/Internal Medicine office in collaboration with the physician. Perform Comprehensive Physical and Well-Person Exams, manage chronic health conditions including hypertension, diabetes, COPD, hyperlipidemia, assess and assist in the management of mood disorders, evaluate treat acute symptoms and complaints, order appropriate testing and interpret and manage results.
1/2015-3/2017 Planned Parenthood of the Southern Finger Lakes
Ithaca, NY
Family Nurse Practitioner
Functioned as sole provider in an array of clinical sites to
evaluate, diagnose, and treat clients with various needs and
afflictions. Provided extensive family planning and health
maintenance education and guidance. Provided preventative
screenings and managed abnormal findings. Performed
procedures and addressed side effects. Provided healthcare
and medical management for transgender persons.
Participated in Quality Assurance Program.
1/1997-2/2015 Arnot Ogden Medical Center
Elmira, New York
Registered Nurse, Clinical Nurse I
2/2008-2/2015 Pain Management Center
Collaborated with providers in coordinating, assessing, providing, and evaluating care of patients with chronic and acute pain issues. Scheduled appointments, educated patients, assisted with procedures, and provided follow up care. Ordered x-rays, lab tests, and physical therapy. Renewed prescriptions, acquired insurance authorization, and arranged referrals.
11/1999-1/2009 Invasive Cardiology Lab
In addition to providing care for patients undergoing diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterization and electrophysiology studies, assumed responsibility as department charge nurse, organizing staff and coordinating with physicians to provide safe, effective, and efficient treatment for patients with coronary artery disease, acute coronary syndromes, acute myocardial infarction, and cardiac arrythmias. Also oversaw outpatient ambulatory care unit and served as preceptor for new employees in department.
10/1997-11/1999 Intensive Care Unit
Provided direct nursing care for critically ill patients. Coordinated with physicians and ancillary staff to provide treatment and support for patients and families. Assumed responsibility as charge nurse.
1/1997-10/1997 Dialysis Unit
Performed hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis treatments for patients with renal failure. Was responsible for small group of primary patients: assessing, monitoring and prioritizing care based on needs, and coordinating community based assistance as necessary.
10/1996-6/1998 St. Joseph’s Hospital
Elmira, New York
Registered Nurse
Emergency Department
Assisted physicians with diagnosis and treatment of patients with various illnesses and injuries. Provided emergency care and emotional support to patients and family members.
1/1993-10/1996 Louise Obici Memorial Hospital
Suffolk, VA
Registered Nurse
6/1995-10/1996 Cardiac Care Unit
Provided treatments and support for patients with various cardiac afflictions. Coordinated with physicians and ancillary staff to manage care of cardiac patients and their families. Volunteered as resource person for student nurses.
Patient Care Assistant
1/1993-6/1995 Cardiac Care Unit
Assisted registered nurses with care of patients in the cardiac care unit.
Family Nurse Practitioner clinical experience
4/2017-5/2017 Elmira Urgent Care
60 hours
3/2014-5/2014 Arnot Medical Services Internal Medicine
86 hours
2/2014-4/2014 Arnot Ogden Emergency Department
120 hours
2/2014-3/2014 Arnot Medical Services Cardiology
40 hours
8/2013-11/2013 Arnot Medical Services Orchard Family Practice
182 hours
10/2013-11/2013 Arnot Ogden Pharmacy Department
20 hours
3/2013-5/2013 Arnot Medical Services Internal Medicine
96 hours
1/2013-3/2013 Arnot Medical Services OB/GYN
76 hours
licenses and certifications
5/2014 New York State Department of Education
Certification to practice as a Family Nurse Practitioner in the State of New York
10/1996- Present New York State Department of Education
License to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of New York
2/1996- Present American Heart Association
Certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support
6/1995-6/1997 Commonwealth of Virginia Board of Health Professions
License to practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia
professional affiliations
Member- American Nurses Association
Member- New York State Nurses Association
Member- Nursing Services Organization
references
Akram Batniji, MD
Mentor
Elmira Urgent Care
360 West Water Street
Elmira, NY 14905
Nikki Burger, LPN
Clinical Support Staff
Planned Parenthood of the Southern Finger Lakes
135 Walnut Street
Corning, NY 14830
James Havens, RN, Clinical Nurse I
Former Supervisor in Invasive Cardiology Lab
Arnot Ogden Emergency Department
Elmira, NY
Phone: Business: 607-***-**** Cell: 607-***-****
Joseph Haluska, DO
Clinical Preceptor
Arnot Ogden Emergency Department
Elmira, NY
Phone: Business: 607-***-**** Cell: 607-***-****
Joyce Rhodes-Keefe, MS, RNC
Professor/ Advisor
Binghamton University, State University of New York
Binghamton, NY
Phone: Business: 607-***-**** Cell: 607-***-****
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